Position: Skilled Grounds Maintenance Operative
Location: Sevenoaks
Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour
Please note - You need a valid UK Driving Licence for this position.
Join a Dynamic and Supportive Team!
Are you passionate about working outdoors? Do you enjoy maintaining and managing green spaces to ensure they are safe, clean, and visually appealing? We seek Skilled Grounds Maintenance/Vegetation Operatives with experience and relevant certifications to join our client's team in Sevenoaks.
About the Role:
In this role, you will perform essential grounds maintenance tasks to keep outdoor environments to a high standard. Tasks include pruning, trimming, vegetation clearing, and operating machinery such as strimmers, brush cutters, and ride-on mowers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform vegetation maintenance tasks such as pruning, trimming, and clearing.
- Operate and maintain tools, power tools, and machinery safely and efficiently (e.g., Strimmers, Brush Cutters, Ride-on Mowers).
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure your safety and that of others.
- Identify and manage invasive plant species.
- Ensure all work sites are clean, safe, and tidy upon completion.
- Report any issues or hazards to the supervisor promptly.
Requirements:
Essential:
- Experience in grounds maintenance, vegetation management, or a related field.
- Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of health and safety regulations.
Desirable:
- Certifications: CSCS, ROLO, LANTRA, Strimmer, Brush Cutter, Ride-on Mower.
- Valid driving licence (ideal but not essential).
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rate of £13.50 - £15.00 per hour.
- Regular working hours: Monday to Friday.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
- Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and qualifications.
To Apply:
If you are passionate about working outdoors and have experience in grounds and vegetation management, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV and application, highlighting your skills and certifications.
Chappell Enterprises UK are an equal opportunities employer. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
